THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH AND SIR JAMES FERGUSSON AT ADELAIDE.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 253, 5 March 1869, Page 3

THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH AND SIR JAMES FERGUSSON AT ADELAIDE.

The following telegraphic summary of the I Duke's doings in Adelaide is from the Argus: I Feb. 15, Early this morning the city was alive with the intelligence that the Galatea had been sighted coming, up the gulf. The news quickly spread, and in the course of the forenoon Colonel Hamley, the Acting Governor, drove down to Glenelg and boarded the Galatea us she dropped anchor. His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh returned on shore with his Excellency, by whom he was driven to town, arriving at Governmenthouse shortly after twelve o'clock. Five p.m. The arrival of Sir James Fergusson has added to the general excitement. He is expected to reach Adelaide shortly by special train. His arrival was quite unexpected, the official information being that he was going on to Melbourne. It is rumoured that the Prince brings power to knight the Chief Justice, the President of the Council, the Speaker of the Assembly, and the mayor of . Adelaide, but the rumour is not generally believed. ...... Feb. 16. [ Sir James Fergusson landed at Port Ada- j laide last night, where he was met by Colonel ! Hamley (the Acting-Governor), the Attorney- i General, Capt. Clarke, the Mayor of Port Ade- 1 laide, and a number of leading citizens. The Mayor presented Sir James with an address of loyalty and welcome. The distinguished party then left by train, and on arrival at the Adelaide station, were met by the Mayor snd City Corporation, who also presented the new Governor with au address, which was read, and briefly responded to. Sir James proceeded to Government-house, accompanied by an eßcdrt of volunteers and mounted troopers. The streets in front of the station and along the route were lined with crowds of spectators, who warmly cheered .'as. the; cor tege passed. After being received with official ceremony at Government house, Sir James proceeded to the York Hotel, where lie and Lady Fergusson have taken up their quarters, until .accommodation can be prepared at Government-house. t . Last night, the new company opened the Theatre Koyal, which was crowded in every part, as it was understood our distinguished visitors would be present. His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, Sir James and Lady Fergusson, and Colonel and Mrs Hamley occupied the Royal box, and on entering were warmly received by the audience, who gave three enthusiastic cheers, the band striking up the National Anthem. To-day, at eleven in the forenoon, Sir James was sworn in at the Town-hall by the primary judge, "Mr Justice' Gwynne, in the presence of the puke of Edinburgh, Colonel \ Hamley, the Ministers, and an immense concourse of citizens. He was sworn in as Lieutenant-Governor, and not as Governor, j owing to some necessary papers not having been received from the Colonial Office. The streets were lined with people, and the town has now quite a gala appearance, all business being suspended. After the ceremony was completed, the bells rang out merry pc'aiß,and a salute was fired. His Excellency then proceeded to the Government offices to transact some business. He shortly afterwards left, and the offices were closed for the day. His Royal Highness Prince Alfred looks remarkably well, and has, so far, been allowed to enjoy himself without much interference beyond the irrepressible cheers that have greeted him on his landing and appearance in public. There is no alteration in the programme of the Galatea's voyage. i - • Feb. 17. ■ His Royal Highness the Cuke of Edin-

burgh, accompanied by His Excellency. Sir James Fergusson, "visited Lady Daly at Glenelg yesterday afternoon. His iipyal Highness left town this morning, and proceeded to Morialta, the residence of the Hon. J. Baker, and is expected to take a drive through the neighbourhood familiar to him on his former visit. Feb. 18. The citizens ball was held last night, and proved ji great success, liia Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh, accompanied by Sir James and Lady Edith Fergusson, Colonei Hainley and Mrs Hamley, the Hon Eliot Yorke, Lieutenant Haig, the Hon Captain Edgecombe, Captain Clarke, and a large number of the. officers of the Galatea snd the officers of the 50th Regiment, arrived punctually at nine o'clock. Dancing proceeded gaily till supper, at which the Prince's health was drunk with all honours. After refreshments His Royal Highness went into the ballroom, and remained a considerable time, appearing to enjoy himself heartily^ The company numbered a little over 500. At eleven this forenoon the Prince, accompanied by his Excellency Sir J. Fergusson, Colonel Hamley, the Hon. Mr Bagot (Chief Secretary) and Mrs Bagot,. the Hon. Mr Strangways (the Attorney-General) and Mrs Strangwayg, the Hon Mr Hughes (the Treasurer) and Mrs Hughes, the bishop of Adelaide, and others, proceeded to Port Adelaide. On their arrival they were met by the mayor and councillors of the Port, and proceeded to the site of the Prince Alfred Sailors' Home. His Royal Highness, in presence of an immense assemblage, laid the foundation stone of the Home with the usual formalities. . The Prince was enthusiastically received everywhere on returning to town. After ! lunch, he joined the officers ot the Galatea in a match with the Hamley Gun Club at pigeon-shooting. Feb. 19. The races to-day, held on the old Adelaide racecourse in honour of the visit of the Duke of Edinburgh,, were a complete success. The proclamation of a Government holiday, and the presence of our distinguished guest, combined with splendid weather, induced so many thousands to wend their- way to the course as to make this the meet numerously attended meeting ever held in South Australia. The weather was, if anything, a shade too fine; but the unpleasantness of the ..heat was greatly modified by the ample provision made to satisfy the thirst thereby occasioned, . and the enthusiasm and excitement prevailing made the day very enjoyable. The grand stand was well patronised by the fair sex, amongst whom were Lady Fergusson and Mrs Hamley. The prince, accompanied by the hon. Eliot Yorke, Lieutenant Haig, Colonel Hamley, and several officers of the Galatea, arrived early on the ground. His Royal Highness drove a four-in-hand dray, and throughout the day appeared, to thoroughly enjoy himself., His Excellency Sir James Fergusson was not present, owing to indisposition. The Prince and suite, shortly after the Ladies' Purae race, left the course, intending to go on board the Galatea. As he leh he was most enthusiastically cheered. He will sail to-morrow.

The Bill-Sticker'a Paradise—The Great Wall of China. " I never saw such stirring times," as the spoon said to the saucepan. Codfish aristocracy pins a herring to its coat tail, aud imagines itself a whale. : No wonder the squirrel is accused of chattering; he is certainly a great tail-bearer.

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